FAQs

WHO WE ARE

We Are Best Among Others?

At Cars Wanted UK, we specialise in buying broken, damaged, faulty, and non-runner cars from 2012 onwards quickly, fairly, and with free collection anywhere in the UK. Transparent service, friendly staff at its best. Cars wanted uk best broken cars dealers.

Got a question? We’ve answered the most common ones below to help you feel confident about selling your vehicle to us.

FAQs – Selling Your Broken or Damaged Car with Cars Wanted UK

FAQ's

Can I sell my car if it’s not running?

Yes! We specialise in non-runner car buyers and will collect your vehicle even if it won’t start or move.

What types of vehicles do you buy?

We buy:

Broken and faulty cars

Damaged and crashed cars

MOT failures

SORN/untaxed cars

Write-offs (Cat N and S)

Cars from 2015 onwards

How do I get paid?

We pay via instant bank transfer at the time of collection. No waiting for cheques or delayed payments.

Is vehicle collection really free?

Yes, 100% free collection anywhere in the UK — no towing charges or hidden fees.

What if I don’t have the V5C logbook?

We may still be able to buy your car. You’ll need to show proof of ownership and valid ID. Just let us know in advance.

 

How quickly can you collect my car?

In most cases, within 24–48 hours of accepting the quote. Same-day collections may be available in some areas.

Do you handle DVLA paperwork?

Yes. We can assist with notifying the DVLA that you’ve sold your car. You’ll also receive a confirmation for your records.

Will you buy accident damaged or written-off vehicles?

Absolutely. We buy:

Crashed cars

Insurance write-offs (Cat N, Cat S)

Airbag-deployed or structurally damaged cars

What documents do I need?

V5C (logbook) – if available

Photo ID (e.g. driving licence or passport)

Any service history or receipts (optional)

Do you cover my location?

We offer nationwide car buying, including:

England

Scotland

Wales

Northern Ireland

Search terms like “sell broken car near me” or “non runner car buyers UK” will lead you straight to us.

 

If you have more questions, don’t hesitate to [contact us] — we’re here to help.

 

Mission & Vision

Our Mission

To offer a fast, fair, and convenient way to get rid of broken and damaged cars across the UK with great service and zero hassle.

Our Vision

To lead the UK market in responsible broken car buying by offering hassle-free, eco-conscious solutions.

History Of Beginning

To make selling broken and unwanted cars easy and stress-free. From humble beginnings, we've grown into trusted name.

What we offer

What We Buy

Engine-failed cars

Accident-damaged vehicles

Non-runners

MOT failures

Written-off cars (Cat N, Cat S)

SORN and untaxed vehicles

Flood-damaged or fire-damaged cars

 

If you’re wondering, “Can I sell my broken car near me?”  the answer is yes.